Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery Resume Example
Disciplined and confident Physician Assistant licensed in Idaho and Washington. More than 10 years of experience in hospital, clinical, and surgical settings. Extensive background working in Orthopedic and Cardiothoracic surgery, some experience in Vascular and Neurosurgery. Driven to communicate well and establish strong rapport with all referring providers, colleagues and patients. I make it my job to make your life easier.
Idaho Board of Medicine PA 367
Washington Department of Health No. 4451
Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Drug Enforcement Administration
National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistance
American Academy of Physician Assistance
Idaho Association of Physician Assistants
Washington Academy of Physician Assistants
Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiovascular Surgery
March 2012 to CurrentThe Hartford － Waccabuc , NY
- Independently harvest vein endoscopically.
- Gather patient information and write progress notes and orders for morning rounds and present to Surgeon.
- Present new consults, manage patient care, and dictate discharge summaries on hospital patients (ICU, CICU, ACU).
- First assist in Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular surgery.
- Present new patients in clinic and see follow-up patients both independently and with Supervising Physician. Dictate history & physical and follow-up care on EMR.
- Work closely with clinic, hospital, OR staff, and referring providers to coordinate patient care.
- On call: Deaconess hospital and OR every other week.
July 2008 to September 2010The Hartford － Washington , DC
- First Assist in Heart Valve and Thoracic Surgery.
- Inpatient Rounds in ICU, CICU, and PCU.
- Managed chest tubes and anticoagulation.
- On call: cover hospital and patient call.
- Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases. Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail.
- Thoroughly assessed patients to determine medical condition and level of surgical risk. Consulted with other physicians and readily assisted during surgeries. Consistently followed established surgical techniques and procedures during operations.
- Discussed various treatment options extensively with patients and families.
- Rapidly assessed and responded to medical emergencies.
August 2001 to September 2008Amita Health － Little Chute , WI
- First Assist in Surgery.
- Round on hospital patients.
- Clinic: Evaluate and Treat new and follow-up patients in independent clinic and with Supervising Physician, Arthrocentesis, Injections, Casting, Etc.
- On call: cover hospital, OR, and patient call.
- Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and their families.
- Carefully and attentively operated on patients to remove, repair, or improve functioning of diseased or injured body parts and systems and increase health and comfort.
August 2001 to December 2003Baylor Scott & White Health － Beaumont , TX
- Emergency Department (Part time)
- Evaluate, Diagnose, and Treat Emergent Patients.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Explained procedures and discussed test results with patients and their families.
- Regularly referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
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Clinical Rotations: VA Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Dermatology, St Lukes Rehab Physiatry, Neurosurgery and Cardiothoracic Surgery.
18 credits towards Masters of Science
- Gonzaga University NP Program 2012 - Physical Exams
- Preceptor UW PA program and Gonzaga NP program 4 week clinical rotations in Orthopedic Surgery.
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School Attended
- University of Nebraska
- University of Washington School of Medicine
- Eastern Washington University
- University of Idaho
Job Titles Held:
- Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
- Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine
Degrees
- Masters of Physician Assistant Studies : Orthopedic Surgery , 2003
Bachelor of Science : Physician Assistant Program , 2001
Exercise Physiology , 1998
Bachelor of Science : Exercise Physiology, Athletic Training , 1994
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